Delhi EV Policy 2.0: Women Buyers Likely To Get Subsidy On E2W

As earlier reported, the draft policy plans to provide a subsidy on electric two-wheelers (E2W) ranging between ₹35,000 and ₹40,000.  The government is also planning to provide a ₹30,000 subsidy on E2W to women buyers. 

In line with the government’s push to make e-scooters the dominant mode of urban transport, the policy aims to increase the adoption of E2W in the next three years. The government is aiming to increase the adoption target for electric two-wheelers from 5 lakh to 12 lakh vehicles.

According to officials, the policy also revives the incentives that had lapsed after 1,000 registrations. In the revised policy, buyers of the first 27,000 cars priced below ₹25 lakh may get ₹10,000/kWh of battery, capped at ₹1 lakh/vehicle.

Incentives, Subsidies 

The draft policy, which will be available in the public domain in the first week of January 2026, also plans to provide relief for commercial vehicle owners shifting to EVs. To reduce tailpipe emissions, the government is also mulling a programme through which individuals may receive incentives for converting their vehicles to electric, provided they are priced up to ₹20 lakh. 

Speaking to The Secretariat, Ganesh Kakandikar, Dean, Innovation, Startup and Collaboration, MIT World Peace University Pune, said that this initiative will boost demand, expand charging infrastructure, and promote EVs for daily use. 

“Delhi government’s proposed EV Policy 2.0, with targeted subsidies for women buyers, can significantly accelerate EV adoption by lowering upfront costs for a key commuter group. Women often rely on two-wheelers and public transport. Incentives can encourage a shift to electric scooters and cars,” Kakandikar said.  

He also said that over time, EV penetration can reduce air pollution, noise, and fuel dependence, while reshaping urban mobility towards cleaner, more inclusive, and safer transport options, especially for short city commutes. 

EV As Urban Mobility Option 

Meanwhile, Raptee CEO & Founder Dinesh Arjun said this kind of target support creates real momentum for electric mobility and helps incorporate EVs into everyday urban mobility choices. 

"Delhi's EV Policy 2.0, with a dedicated subsidy for women buyers, is a thoughtful and strategic move. Scooters, today, represent the largest share of EV two-wheeler adoption, and women riders are key drivers of this trend. By lowering the entry barrier and building confidence in this segment, the policy not only makes EVs more affordable but also reinforces trust in the technology, expanding the EV user base," Arjun said.

Last-Mile Connectivity

The Delhi government is also looking to boost last-mile connectivity with a model similar to Gramin Sewa, wherein it may deploy electric vans near bus stands and metro stations across the city. Ever since the Rekha Gupta-led government came to power last year, it has been trying to promote the use of EVs in the city.

Delhi has inducted over 3,500 e-buses, and aims for around 8,000 by the year-end, with projections for 5,000 more by early 2026. New depots and charging facilities are being built to support the growing fleet. The government hopes that the introduction of these EVs would reduce pollutant emissions and help bring down the rising AQI levels in the city.